Magpul Suppressor Cover 5.5″ Heat Distributing

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January 18, 2018

Magpul Suppressor Cover – 5.5”

The Magpul® Suppressor Cover – 5.5” is the first product of its kind able to stand up to the extreme temperatures caused by extended strings of semi-automatic and automatic fire and still protect the user against burns by keeping internal can temperatures at safe levels and cool-off times short. The Magpul® Suppressor Cover – 5.5” is made up of a heat-resistant polymer sleeve overlaid onto a raised stainless steel heat shield that mounts directly to the suppressor body with steel clamps. It minimizes heat transfer to keep external cover temperatures up to 1000 degrees F cooler than the surface of the suppressor by allowing high volumes of cooling airflow across the can, reducing retained heat and the damage it can cause.

Our Suppressor Cover withstands USSOCOM suppressor abuse requirements and numerous cycles of suppressor surface temperatures over 1300 degrees F with ease, all while allowing you to sling your rifle without burns or melted clothing. The Magpul Suppressor Cover is also an enhanced thermal insulator and signature reduction device, which significantly mitigates negative visible mirage effects to the shooter’s sight picture, reduces external suppressor body impact damage, and lessens the chance of accidental contact injury or other heat-related damage to personnel or equipment during weapon firing or cool down. Optimized for 1.5” outer diameter round suppressors with a body length of approximately 5.5” (not including attachment hardware/ interface) such as the Surefire SOCOM556-RC2. Other lengths are in the works and are coming soon.

FEATURES

• Extreme temperature protection that mitigates internal suppressor temperatures to safe levels

• Minimizes retained heat, allowing faster cooling than any other suppressor cover technology

• Reduces thermal signature of host firearm

• Mitigates mirage effects in sight picture

• Two stainless steel clamps provide a strong, rigid and reliable interface capable of sustained firing sessions and rough handling

• High temp polymer sleeve withstands brutal suppressor temperatures during extended periods of firing without deterioration

• High strength corrosion resistant stainless steel heat shield

FITMENT

Fitment for 1.5” outer diameter round suppressors with a body length of approximately 5.5” (not including attachment hardware/ interface) such as the Surefire® SOCOM556-RC2.

COLORS: Black or Medium Coyote Tan (MCT)

MSRP: $99.95
Made in the USA

Sorry Kel-Tec… IWI is Taking the Space Shotgun Trophy

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Keith Finch

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January 17, 2018

Looking online this morning I thought The Firearm Blog had taken to reviewing the latest Bungie game.

Not the case! Just a reveal of the latest IWI product. A 15+1 semi-auto shotgun.

The TS12

Follow either links to read the original from TFB but here are some of the listed highlights

Gas regulated semi-auto
15+1 in a rotary 3 tube magazine
Left or right side ejection
5.5lbs unloaded

No word on bonus damage vs. The Cabal

NOW SHIPPING MAGPUL PMAG 10 GL9! For Those Behind the Lines.

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Keith Finch

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January 17, 2018

While we hate restrictions, we absolutely despise unreliable mags. For you fine folks living in less-than-free states we developed the Magpul PMAG 10 GL9, the first reliable 10 round magazine solution for your Glock 17 & 19.

The Magpul PMAG 10 GL9 – Glock G17 and G19 9×19 Parabellum are the highest performing and most reliable restricted capacity magazines on the market. They are designed to provide the same quality and performance of the proven Magpul PMAG series of Glock magazines while also providing a viable product solution to those in locations and situations where a 10-round capacity restriction is required or desired. Whether for competition use or otherwise, the PMAG 10 GL9 is the highest quality restricted capacity magazine option available.

FEATURES

• MAG801 compatible with all standard, compact and sub-compact 9mm Glock handguns

• MAG907 compatible with all compact and sub-compact 9mm Glock handguns

• Utilizes the same double stack feed geometry as the standard capacity PMAG GL9 to ensure feeding and to avoid known reliability issues seen in many competitor products on the market

• Compatible with Magpul GL-L Plates for competition use

Daniel Shaw Named Director of Marketing at GunMag Warehouse

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Keith Finch

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January 16, 2018

Miami, Fl. – Gunmagwarehouse.com, a leading online retailer specializing in magazines is pleased to announce that Daniel Shaw has been named Director of Marketing for GMW.

Daniel Shaw is a retired U.S. Marine, a nationally known and sought-after firearms trainer in both the public and private sector through his company Shaw Strategies. He has spent years working with several media and marketing companies creating industry leading content. Daniel will lead the GMW marketing team as the company expands its community outreach program and begins new initiatives in consumer-focused content creation.

“We are incredibly excited to have Daniel on our team as we expand our community outreach program and begin an aggressive consumer-focused content creation initiative,” said Michael Lambka, Owner of Gunmagwarehouse.com “Daniel brings a tremendous amount of knowledge and experience that our customers and the industry as a whole will benefit from.”

“We have numerous exciting projects underway, but I’m most excited about our plan for reviews and informative content with a distribution platform that exists outside of paid advertisements,” said Shaw. “That means real, unbiased reviews on the firearms and products that end users are researching. Those who know me, know that this has been a goal of mine for years.”

About Gunmagwarehouse.com

Founded in 2012 with the simple goal of keeping every magazine currently in production, in-stock and ready to ship. A large in-stock magazine selection is a commodity within the shooting community, and although there is a lot of competition out there, product assortment is usually the same. If one retailer is out, they all are. Gunmagwarehouse.com has set out to change that and has the largest selection of magazines anywhere.

Springfield Armory’s XD-S Mod.2, Return of the GripZone!

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Keith Finch

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January 16, 2018

The next evolution of the acclaimed XD-S pistol is here. (and isn’t a blatant Sig clone)

The latest edition of Springfield’s most popular pistol is engineered in a slim, single-stack frame, holding 6 rounds of .45 ACP and offers upgrades from the inside out. The XD-S Mod.2 features a higher hand position, enhanced grip texturing, thinner slide, an Ameriglo® Pro-Glo™ front sight with tactical-rack rear sight, and an enhanced trigger that advance this polymer-framed pistol’s acclaimed “point and shoot” ergonomics. Other features include a loaded chamber indicator and a grip safety that immediately readies the gun for action yet renders it virtually incapable of firing if dropped.

The width of the grip is a mere .975”, and the Mod.2 grip texturing gives the operator a solid feel and secure hold of the pistol – especially important in defensive encounters. Longer Posi-Wedge™ serrations make the slide easier to grab and rack. The enhanced short-reset and consistent trigger is the perfect choice for a defensive carry pistol.

SPECS

CALIBER: .45 ACP

RECOIL SYSTEM: Dual Captive Recoil Spring w/ Full Length Guide Rod

SIGHTS: Fiber Optic Front & Tactical Rack Serrated White Dot Rear (Steel)

WEIGHT (WITH EMPTY MAGAZINE): 21.5 oz w/ Flush Mag, 22.5 oz w/ Mid-Mag

HEIGHT: 4.4″ w/ Flush Mag, 5″ w/ Mid-Mag

SLIDE: Forged Steel, Melonite® Finish

BARREL: 3.3″ Hammer Forged, Steel, Melonite®, 1:16 RH Twist

LENGTH: 6.5″

GRIP WIDTH: .975″

FRAME: Black Polymer w/ Enhanced Grip Texture

MAGAZINES: (1) 5-Round Flush, (1) 6-Round Mid-Mag, Stainless Steel

MSRP: $568.00

OPTIONS

XDSG93345B3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP

XDSG93345BT3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP W/ TRITIUM SIGHT

XDSG93345BVR3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP W/ VIRIDIAN® LASER

Meopta Introduces the New MeoAce 3×20 Tactical Sight

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Keith Finch

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January 16, 2018

Meopta is pleased to introduce the new MeoAce 3×20 tactical sight. The illuminated reticle in the MeoAce 3×20 is designed for use with rifles chambered in 5.56 NATO and 7.62×39 NATO (or 7.62×51 NATO or 180gr .308 Win when using the 5.56 side of the reticle) and is accurate up to 400 meters.

The MeoAce (Aiming Compact Equipment) sight is night vision compatible and delivers outstanding optical performance. The illuminated reticle has 12 intensity settings so the brightness level can be adjusted to accommodate ever-changing light and weather conditions in the field. Meopta’s proprietary MeoBright™ lens multi-coatings eliminate glare and reflections while the hydrophobic MeoDrop™ lens coatings ensure the highest level of visual clarity in adverse weather conditions, easily repelling rain and snow in addition to skin oils and dirt.

“The MeoAce sight is a rugged, high-performance optic and part of Meopta’s commitment to deliver the finest European optical quality to the tactical and L.E. markets here in the U.S.,” said Reinhard Seipp, general manager of Meopta USA.

The MeoAce 3×20 will be available in February 2018.

$1,299.99

Optional Accessories:

Yellow Filter
Anti-Reflection Device
Anti-Laser Filter
Fixed Mount
Quick Release Mount
Nylon Tactical Case MOLLE
Hard Case

Specifications:

Meopta MeoAce 3×20
Magnification	3 x
Objective Diameter (mm)	20
Exit Pupil Diameter (mm)	6.7
Eye Relief (mm)	65
Resolution (SOA)	≤ 13
Field of View (°)	7
Dioptric Correction	± 4
Illuminated Reticle	Yes
No. of Intensity Levels	12
Night Vision Compatibility	Yes
Integral Transmission Daylight (%)	87
Integral Transmission Twilight (%)	83
Elevation Range (MOA)	120
Windage Range (MOA)	120
Adjustment Increments (MOA)	1
Power Supply (V)	1.5-3.6 (1xAA)
Battery Lifetime (hours – not on high intensity)	Min. 300
Automatic Shutdown (hours)	8
Recoil Resistance (g)	500
Operational Temperature Range (°F)	-40 +140
Waterproof (m/hours)	2/2
Max. Length	4.84 in / 123 mm
Max. Height	2.24 in / 57 mm
Max. Width	2.48 in / 63 mm
Weight (oz)	12.35
Objective Filter Thread (mm)	M26x.05
Eyepiece Filter Thread (mm)	M30x.05

About Meopta

The Meopta Group is a U.S. family-owned, global company with facilities in the United States and Europe. Founded in 1933 in Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic), Meopta is a leading manufacturer & partner to many of the world’s finest optical brands. Meopta conceives, develops and manufactures precision optical and electro/optical systems for semiconductor, medical, aerospace and military industries as well as for consumer markets.

For more information regarding Meopta, please visit www.meoptausa.com

Editor’s Note: We should, with any luck, have one of these in for testing shortly

Springfield Armory’s XD-S Mod.2, Return of the GripZone!

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Keith Finch

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January 16, 2018

The next evolution of the acclaimed XD-S pistol is here. (and isn’t a blatant Sig clone)

The latest edition of Springfield’s most popular pistol is engineered in a slim, single-stack frame, holding 6 rounds of .45 ACP and offers upgrades from the inside out. The XD-S Mod.2 features a higher hand position, enhanced grip texturing, thinner slide, an Ameriglo® Pro-Glo™ front sight with tactical-rack rear sight, and an enhanced trigger that advance this polymer-framed pistol’s acclaimed “point and shoot” ergonomics. Other features include a loaded chamber indicator and a grip safety that immediately readies the gun for action yet renders it virtually incapable of firing if dropped.

The width of the grip is a mere .975”, and the Mod.2 grip texturing gives the operator a solid feel and secure hold of the pistol – especially important in defensive encounters. Longer Posi-Wedge™ serrations make the slide easier to grab and rack. The enhanced short-reset and consistent trigger is the perfect choice for a defensive carry pistol.

SPECS

CALIBER: .45 ACP

RECOIL SYSTEM: Dual Captive Recoil Spring w/ Full Length Guide Rod

SIGHTS: Fiber Optic Front & Tactical Rack Serrated White Dot Rear (Steel)

WEIGHT (WITH EMPTY MAGAZINE): 21.5 oz w/ Flush Mag, 22.5 oz w/ Mid-Mag

HEIGHT: 4.4″ w/ Flush Mag, 5″ w/ Mid-Mag

SLIDE: Forged Steel, Melonite® Finish

BARREL: 3.3″ Hammer Forged, Steel, Melonite®, 1:16 RH Twist

LENGTH: 6.5″

GRIP WIDTH: .975″

FRAME: Black Polymer w/ Enhanced Grip Texture

MAGAZINES: (1) 5-Round Flush, (1) 6-Round Mid-Mag, Stainless Steel

MSRP: $568.00

OPTIONS

XDSG93345B3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP

XDSG93345BT3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP W/ TRITIUM SIGHT

XDSG93345BVR3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP W/ VIRIDIAN® LASER

Magpul Pro 700 Rifle Chassis

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Keith Finch

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January 15, 2018

With SHOT Show right around the corner it is time to begin our annual pre-SHOT new product announcements. Like years past, we will be rolling out an email a day, telling you what is on the horizon for Magpul Industries, followed by an exciting week in Vegas where you can stop by our booth and get your hands on the product itself. Please visit our website, help us spread the word across your various communications platforms and stay tuned for more exciting news from Mapgul.

Magpul Pro 700 Rifle Chassis

Kicking off 2018 is the announcement of the Magpul Pro 700 Rifle Chassis. At the very start of our bolt action program – and even from the earliest days of Magpul precision rifle training – we knew that the ultimate goal was to build the best possible “no limits” rifle chassis in the world. After years of design, prototyping and testing, and guided by Magpul Core and other accomplished shooters from military, law enforcement, and competitive backgrounds, it’s time to show our hand.

The Magpul Pro 700 Rifle Chassis is an uncompromising, full featured precision rifle chassis for short action Remington 700 actions and other Rem 700 footprint actions. The Pro 700 combines innovative engineering, precision machining, MILSPEC quality finishes, and an extensive list of purposeful design features with complete adjustability to provide demanding end users with the most comprehensive available precision rifle platform solution for true out of the box performance.

Based on a full billet aluminum skeleton and clad in Magpul polymer for environmental comfort, noise mitigation, and ergonomics, the Pro 700 is also fully ambidextrous. Capable of fitting both right and left handed actions with the simple swap of a bot-cutout plate, and with a reversible cheek riser and reversible hinge on the folding version, “lefties” haven’t been left out.

FEATURES

Type III hard anodized machined 6061-T6 billet aluminum V-bedding block, body, adjustment knobs and forend with high strength injection molded polymer body covers optimally placed for comfort and aesthetics

• Ambidextrous bedding block can be changed by swapping the QD sling swivel plate and bolt retainer insert for left or right hand actions using a 1/8” hex wrench

• Folding stock with push-button activated durable cast 4140 steel hinge with Melonite finish is reversible for left or right folding capability with the use of a 5/32” hex wrench. A fixed stock adapter is available for a non-folding stock solution

• Folding stock is also designed to capture the bolt handle when folded and is compatible with a large variety of aftermarket bolt knobs and handles

• An NVD clip on mounting rail solution is available

• Overall LOP adjustment range is 13.25” – 15.125”

• Butt pad height can be adjusted up 1.33” and down .90” and is adjustable left or right for a total of 5 degrees

• Comb height adjustment has a 1” range with a secondary locking knob to eliminate movement in the cheek riser

• Cheek riser features a 3-position fore/aft adjustment of +.375”, 0” and -.375” which can also be changed for left or right side usage using only a common hex wrench

• Injection molded polymer grip with 5 degree forward edge sweep and enlarged palm swell with 7 degree aft edge sweep for enhanced user comfort combined with a .75” fore/aft adjustment range using a common hex wrench

• Additional grip option included with a more aggressive sweep and enlarged palm swell for the shooter that is more inclined to a less vertical grip interface (8 degree forward / 20 degree aft edge sweep)

• Durable cast steel rotation limited QD sling swivel mounts with Melonite® finish fits up to 1.5” push button swivels

• M-LOK® slots for accessory mounting on the forend (left-6/right-6/bottom-7) and the stock (bottom-2)

• Integrated AICS pattern magazine well of reinforced polymer construction optimized for PMAG®5 & PMAG®10 7.62 AC™ magazines as well as most other AICS pattern short action magazines

• Large trigger guard allows for use with gloves and accepts most factory and aftermarket curved or flat triggers

• Low-profile, anti-snag ambidextrous magazine release is made of Melonite® treated steel for wear and corrosion resistance

Made in the USA, this feature rich product comes at the humble price of $999.95 MSRP.

SHOT 2018 T-Minus One Week: Product Interest Leaders

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Keith Finch

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January 15, 2018

From shotshow.org

We’re only 7 days away from the NSSF hosted industry show that sets the stage every year for the shooting industry.Huge product rollouts, teasers, giveaways, and company announcements mark January as an exciting month for shooters.

As usual, there have been plenty of “leaked” products to get our minds racing and again as usual a few get legs and run marathons around the internet with public interest.

Here are the three that have been garnering the lions share of the SHOT Show preview’s attention.

Glock G19X

The latest Glock model, love it or hate it, has a lot of eyeballs looking in its direction.

A hybrid of their M series, their Gen5 series, and their MHS submission the G19X will likely be popular among the Glock crowd even just as something a little different. Since its an FDE 19 variant I will probably end up with one.

Franklin Armory Reformation

The most intriguing of teased products I’ve some across so far, the Reformation has everyone speculating on how Franklin Armory (who also produce one of the other items of NFA wizardry, the Binary Firing System triggers) have managed a Short Barreled Rifle like system that holds the legal definition of “Firearm” instead. Franklin Armory’s “Not A Rifle. Not a Shotgun. No Tax Stamp” NRS technology is the leading mystery of the show so far.

We will be certain to stop by Franklin Armory’s booth and solve the quandary.

Sig Sauer P365

Without a doubt the P365 has been the show stopper so far. It’s the only item whose online traffic legitimately effected my abilities to keep updating GAT Daily.

I can certainly see why. A 10/12 round carry 9mm that profiles out to compete with the M&P Shield, Glock G43, Walther PPS, and Sigs own older P938 makes puts it in a capacity category of its own while competing in the size category that’s easily the most popular commercially.

We’ll have our hands on the P365 just as soon as we can but I’ve got one question remaining. How many times will Sig get asked if they dropped this one just to be sure?

Remington 700 PCR: Precision Chassis Rifle

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Keith Finch

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January 15, 2018

SYSTEMATICALLY ELEVATING THE WORLD STANDARD FOR ACCURACY.

More than a rifle, a fully optimized system that’ll stretch your effective range and shrink your groups like no other production rifle in the world today.  The all-new Model 700 PCR (Precision Chassis Rifle) pairs the strongest action ever conceived – our legendary Model 700 – with an exclusive aircraft- grade aluminum alloy chassis of unmatched rigidity and atmospheric immunity to create the most stable and consistent platform possible for launching long- distance shots. It’s a potent combination made even more effective with a host of accurizing upgrades that include a 24” barrel with 5R rifling, free-floated in an aluminum handguard, plus a completely user-configurable Magpul PRS Gen 3 stock for the ultimate in comfort from any shooting position. Its sub-MOA accuracy is confirmed using our advanced CATS (Computer Aided Targeting System) before it ever gets to you. But the best part is confirming its tack-driving superiority for yourself. Available in three popular long-range chamberings including 6.5 Creedmoor, 308 Win, and 260 Remington.

MODEL 700 PRECISION CHASSIS RIFLE FEATURES

• Remington Chassis

• 24” barrel with 5R rifling

• Threaded muzzle with protector

• Tactical bolt knob, for swift, positive cycling

• X-Mark Pro externally adjustable trigger

• Aluminum handguard with SquareDrop

• Picatinny rail

• 5-round Magpul detachable magazine

• Adjustable Magpul® PRS Gen 3 stock

• Magpul pistol grip

• 3-shot sub-MOA assurance

We Like Shooting Double Tap 45 – HanuKwanzaChristVus

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We Like Shooting

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January 14, 2018

Welcome to We Like Shooting’s Double Tap, Episode 45, Tonight we talk about gun tech, we’ll answer your questions on Dear WLS, we’ll talk about NOT GUNS, and revisit past gear, we’ll also have a new burn on Shit Talker Funky Walker

Source: https://welikeshooting.com/show/double-tap/dt045/

Sunday Sermon: If You Can Choose What to Bring to a Gunfight, Bring a Long Gun and Some Friends with Long Guns

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Keith Finch

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January 14, 2018

The old saying goes “The handgun is used to fight to your long gun”. The phrasing may vary sightly but the intent of the message remains consistent. Get to a rifle or shotgun as quickly as you can in a fight and you will have a considerable advantage.

Long guns trump handguns in every feasible scenario, save within arms reach. Even in that event using the 6-9lb blunt instrument with plenty of hard, often metallic, striking surfaces may prove plenty adequate if not still superior.

Long guns have drastic force advantages in ease of accurate use and energy delivered to the target. In the case of most auto loading rifles and PCC’s you can add capacity and recoil management to that list.

Personally, I will take a carbine. Give me all four advantages.

Hearkening back to last weeks lesson we can tie in several behavior points.

First the disclaimer: If you know going somewhere will initiate a violent contact, unless it is literally your job to do so (aka. Infantry or Special Operations), don’t go there. You will be both shot and shot at significantly less if you avoid triggering a fight.

Now then… think and plan ahead for the fight. If you know ahead of time where you are going and who you are going with equipping yourselves, your vehicle, or vehicles appropriately and legally isn’t that difficult. If all that you can legally bring are “handguns” there are plenty of options still. My braced Zenith Z5RS MP5 is a handgun in most locals because if it’s legally defined configuration. Other long guns can be stored in a disassembled state (I.E. upper and lower receiver split but next to each other).

The end state of this preparation is that you and those traveling with you can very quickly ‘up gun’ from handguns to the far more effective long guns in a very short period of time. Once the carbines get in the fight and as your group fully employs them it would be a very determined and eminently well prepared adversary that could still prevail, no one else.

There are two things most aggressors won’t expect:

The Spanish Inquisition

And overwhelming return fire

Things You Hear in a Gun Store…

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Keith Finch

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January 13, 2018

gunshopgary — "Gun Shop Gary" a Meme for us all

“It’s not self defense if they’re more than 12 feet away.”

“What if someone is 50 feet away with a gun shooting at you?”

“Nope, doesn’t matter. Self defense handguns won’t hit someone that far away anyway.”

But I mean… what does a guy like Larry know? I’m certain this random individual knew more.

STREAMLIGHT® INTRODUCES STYLUS PRO® COB

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Keith Finch

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January 12, 2018

EAGLEVILLE, PA, January 11, 2018 – Streamlight^® Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-performance lighting equipment, introduced the Stylus Pro^® COB, a sleek, compact USB rechargeable work light. The pen-sized light includes a pocket clip and integrated magnet for hands-free lighting, and a micro USB port that gives users the flexibility of on-the-go charging.

The new light offers the newest COB LED technology, featuring a body-mounted LED that provides bright, diffused light for a variety of lighting tasks.

“The Stylus Pro COB’s slim profile fits into tight spaces to flood a work area with light,” said Streamlight Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Michael F. Dineen. “It easily clips onto a pocket or attaches to steel surfaces to allow for hands-free lighting for close-up tasks like automotive repairs, equipment inspections and DIY jobs. And it offers the convenience of USB recharging.”

The Stylus Pro COB delivers extreme brightness and long run times for its size. On the high setting, the light features 160 lumens with a 3-hour run time, and on low, 40 lumens and an 8-hour run time. Its lithium ion battery recharges in the product in 4.5 hours. An indication LED in the push-button switch displays red while charging and green when charged. The switch provides easy, one-handed constant on operation.

Highly durable, the Stylus Pro COB has a machined alloy case with a Type II MIL-Spec anodized finish. Measuring only 6.64 inches in length, the Stylus Pro COB weighs 2.2 ounces. IPX4- rated for water-resistant operation, the light is also impact-resistant tested to 1 meter. The light comes packaged with a USB cord and is available in black.

The Stylus Pro COB has an MSRP of $65.00 and includes Streamlight’s Limited Lifetime Warranty.

Franklin Armory Teases New “Firearm” That Looks Very SBResk, The Reformation

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Keith Finch

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January 11, 2018

So what is this industry black magic?

I suspect they’re using similar methodology to how the Mossberg Shockwave is being produced but I will have to investigate for myself. What makes this thing tick?